San Francisco Visitors Planning Guide - Winter/Spring 2009 - (Page 136) re s t A u r An ts el dorado hotel & kitChen www.eldorado sonoma.com, 405 first st. W. (sonoma 95476), 707-9963030, 800-289-3031. Located in the el Dorado hotel, blends sophisticated urban style with a wine country spirit featuring French-inspired California cuisine in a comfortable and contemporary setting. L daily 11:30am– 2:30pm, D nightly 5:30–10pm, bar menu 11:30am–11pm. $$. ae, mC, V. emporio rulli larkspur www.rulli.com, 464 Magnolia Ave. (Larkspur 94939), 415-924-7478, 888-88ruLLi. emporio rulli is an authentic Northern italian pastry shop and caffe. in-house roasted coffees, gelato and specializing in gift baskets and wedding cakes. m 7am–4pm, Tu–F until 5:30pm, Sa–Su 7:30am–5:30pm. $. Beer/wine. mC, V. Gaylord india restaurant www.gaylords.com, 201 Bridgeway (sausalito 94965), 415-339-0172. internationally renowned dining establishment serving authentic, award-winning indian cuisine in an elegant setting with panoramic views of San Francisco Bay and the marin headlands. Banquets and catering. L daily 11:45am–2pm, D nightly 5–10:45pm, Br Su noon–2:30pm. $$. ae, CB, DC, D, JCB, mC, V. Guaymas restaurant www.guaymasrestaurant. com, 5 Main st. (tiburon 94920), 415-435-6300. authentic regional mexican cuisine with full bar and traditional foods of celebration. Stunning view of San Francisco on the water in Tiburon, which is a short ferry ride from The City. m–Th 11:30am–10pm, F–Sa until 11pm, Su 10:30am– 11pm. $$. ae, mC, V. hurley’s restaurant and Bar www.hurleys restaurant.com, 6518 Washington st. (yountville 94599), 707-944-2345. Where Napa Valley locals love to gather and winemakers do business. enjoy regional California cuisine and wild game dinners in the cozy dining room and year-round patio. L, D all-day menu 11:30am– 9/10pm. mother’s Day Br only 10am–3pm. Late-night nightly 9pm–midnight. $$$. ae, D, mC, V. niCk’s Cove & CottaGes www.nickscove.com, 23240 Hwy. 1 (Marshall 94940), 415-663-1033, 866-63nicKs (64257). offers a local, sustainable seafood eccentric menu on the spectacular Tomales Bay. Grilled and raw oysters, chowder and crab are served in a historic waterfront dining room. L m–F 11am–2:30pm, D nightly 5:30–9pm, Br Sa–Su 10:30am–2:30pm. $$. ae, DC, D, mC, V. piatti ristorante & Bar www.piatti.com, 625 redwood Hwy. (Mill Valley 94941), 415-380-2525. an italian trattoria offers an inviting and casual atmosphere where friends and family can enjoy rustic yet flavorful italian cuisine with warm and welcoming service. L m–Sa 11:30am–5pm, Su noon–5pm, D m–Sa 5–10pm, Su until 9pm. $$. ae, mC, V. poGGio restaurant www.poggiotrattoria.com, 777 Bridgeway (sausalito 94965), 415-332-7771. a classic italian trattoria with comfortable neighborhood charm and destination-caliber cuisine. The daily changing menu features soulful classics of Northern italy. B daily 6:30–11:30am, L daily 11:30am–5:30pm, D Su–Th 5:30–10pm, F–Sa until 11pm. $$$. ae, CB, DC, mC, V. sComa’s of sausalito www.scomassausalito. com, 588 Bridgeway (sausalito 94965), 415-332-9551. part of the Scoma’s tradition, this world-renowned sea- Bey ond Go Beyond The Top 15 reaSoNS To VeNTUre aNy DireCTioN Five Reasons to Go North • Wine country’s lush vineyards, underground caves, gourmet tours and divine tastings. • Trunkloads of Marin County art and antiques, including San Anselmo’s annual town-wide Antiques Fair. • Calistoga’s remarkable erupting phenomenon, Old Faithful Geyser — one of just three in the world. • Larger-than-life coastal redwoods at Muir Woods National Monument in Mill Valley. • Ocean kayaking, hidden beaches and sea cave tours in Mendocino County. Five Reasons to Go South • Serene Pacific Coast Highway driving, with pulloffs for postcard-worthy snapshots. • Unsurpassed snorkeling in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. • Cantor Arts Center at Stanford University in Palo Alto, for the largest display of Rodin bronzes outside of Paris. • Camping, surfing, whale watching and romantic sunsets along 29 miles of beaches in Santa Cruz County. • San Mateo County’s outdoor flower, art and farmers markets. 136 San Francisco Convention & Visitors Bureau
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